Cheddar and Leek Meatballs with Spaghetti

 

500g minced beef

200g grated cheddar

1 leek, finely chopped

1 tsp dried oregano

1 clove of garlic, finely chopped

1 egg

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 tbsp Olive oil

Salt and pepper

 

400g spaghetti (cooked as per pack instructions)

2 tbsp olive oil

2 tomatoes, peeled and diced

¼ bunch continental parsley

 

 

In a large bowl combine the beef, cheese, leek, oregano, garlic, egg, tomato paste olive oil and salt and pepper, then massage well and form into 50 cent sized meat balls.

 

Place into a non-stick oven dish with about 1 cm of water.

 

Bake in a pre-heated oven at 200^oC for 15-20 minutes.

 

Toss the cooked spaghetti into a fry pan with the olive oil, tomatoes and parsley and gently heat through then serve topped with the cooked meatballs.